Overview
Back pain that lasts longer than 3 months is called chronic and rarely resolves on its own. Most causes — disc bulges, spinal stenosis, facet joint arthritis, sciatica — respond well to interventional pain procedures without needing open surgery.
Dr. Avan Suryawanshi combines fluoroscopy-guided injections, radiofrequency ablation and physiotherapy to help patients get back to work, sleep and daily life.
Symptoms to watch for
- Pain that radiates from the back into the leg (sciatica)
- Stiffness that is worst in the morning
- Pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or standing
- Numbness, tingling or weakness in the legs
- Pain that interferes with sleep
How we treat it
- Epidural steroid injections (transforaminal and interlaminar)
- Facet joint injections and medial branch blocks
- Radiofrequency ablation for facet joint pain
- Percutaneous disc decompression
- Structured physiotherapy and posture correction
Frequently asked questions
Will I need surgery?+
Most patients with chronic back pain don't need open surgery. Interventional pain procedures relieve pain in 70–80% of cases without major surgery.
How long does an epidural steroid injection last?+
Pain relief typically lasts 3–6 months and can be repeated. Combined with physiotherapy the benefit often extends much longer.
This page is for information only and does not replace a medical consultation. Please speak to a qualified doctor for advice specific to your condition.